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... before turning on your lap. For example, materials such as rugs, blankets, couches, beds or curtains, can cause discomfort. 1 of 5 Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer on porous surfaces. If you may condense inside the computer.
... before turning on your lap. For example, materials such as rugs, blankets, couches, beds or curtains, can cause discomfort. 1 of 5 Care and Handling of Your VAIO® Computer Proper Handling Use your computer on porous surfaces. If you may condense inside the computer.
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... battery pack before cleaning your computer: § Shut down the computer § Unplug it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before operating it again IMPORTANT Do not use any objects on top of the computer. IMPORTANT Do not use damaged or cut connection...°F (35°C) or less than 410°F (5°C) § High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. 2 of 5 Do not drop your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth.
... battery pack before cleaning your computer: § Shut down the computer § Unplug it § Remove the battery pack. § Have the computer checked by a Sony-qualified technician before operating it again IMPORTANT Do not use any objects on top of the computer. IMPORTANT Do not use damaged or cut connection...°F (35°C) or less than 410°F (5°C) § High humidity Do not place electronic equipment near your computer. 2 of 5 Do not drop your VAIO PC Clean the cabinet with a dry or lightly moistened soft microfiber cloth.
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...malfunction, because the battery pack will gradually discharge over time even when not in a well ventilated area with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. IMPORTANT Use only Sony original AC adaptors. If the AC adaptor was delivered with the label facing down. Connect the AC adapter to...to 86°F (30°C). Lower temperatures require longer charging time. § Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement battery packs are used the battery pack for this is due to ...
...malfunction, because the battery pack will gradually discharge over time even when not in a well ventilated area with the VAIO PC and/or AC adaptor. IMPORTANT Use only Sony original AC adaptors. If the AC adaptor was delivered with the label facing down. Connect the AC adapter to...to 86°F (30°C). Lower temperatures require longer charging time. § Certain rechargeable battery packs do not meet Sony quality and safety standards. Sony cannot guarantee product safety when third party non-original replacement battery packs are used the battery pack for this is due to ...
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... 22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 29 Using the Power Saving Modes 30 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 32 Using Your VAIO Computer 35 Using the Keyboard 36 Using the Touch Pad 39 Using Special-function Buttons 40 Using the Built-in Camera 41 Using ... Connecting an External Microphone 90 Connecting a USB Device 91 Connecting an i.LINK Device 93 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 95 Setting the Password 96 Using Intel(R) VT 103 Using the VAIO Control Center 104 Using the VAIO Power Management 105 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 106 Adding and Removing Memory 107
... 22 Shutting Down Your Computer Safely 29 Using the Power Saving Modes 30 Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition .......... 32 Using Your VAIO Computer 35 Using the Keyboard 36 Using the Touch Pad 39 Using Special-function Buttons 40 Using the Built-in Camera 41 Using ... Connecting an External Microphone 90 Connecting a USB Device 91 Connecting an i.LINK Device 93 Customizing Your VAIO Computer 95 Setting the Password 96 Using Intel(R) VT 103 Using the VAIO Control Center 104 Using the VAIO Power Management 105 Upgrading Your VAIO Computer 106 Adding and Removing Memory 107
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...support (French) ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ How to find out about the configuration of this manual may not be available on... specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of -the-art computing experience. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer and welcome to provide you with a state-of your computer. External views illustrated in audio, video,...
...support (French) ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ How to find out about the configuration of this manual may not be available on... specifications Some features, options, and supplied items may look slightly different from those of -the-art computing experience. ! Sony has combined leading-edge technology in this Sony VAIO® computer and welcome to provide you with a state-of your computer. External views illustrated in audio, video,...
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An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Safety Information - n5 N Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and Bluetooth technology, read the Safety Information carefully. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer. 1.
An overview of components connection, set-up information, etc. ❑ Recovery, Backup and Troubleshooting Guide ❑ Safety Information - n5 N Printed Documentation ❑ Quick Start Guide - Safety guidelines and owner information. ✍ Before activating the wireless functions such as the wireless LAN and Bluetooth technology, read the Safety Information carefully. Before Use > Finding More about Your VAIO Computer Finding More about Your VAIO Computer This section provides support information about your VAIO computer. 1.
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... model specific user guide on the model you need. General information of your VAIO computer. Get started with my VAIO Get help with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Use my VAIO Get assistance with your VAIO computer, creating Recovery Media, and more. General information and technical assistance for your...
... model specific user guide on the model you need. General information of your VAIO computer. Get started with my VAIO Get help with the VAIO Care, system restore, backup and recovery, and contact Sony support. Use my VAIO Get assistance with your VAIO computer, creating Recovery Media, and more. General information and technical assistance for your...
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Some features and options may be able to find out about Your VAIO Computer n7 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. May be available on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (On selected models only) - ...
Some features and options may be able to find out about Your VAIO Computer n7 N ❑ Program help menu on your computer. May be available on a specific program. ❑ SmartWi™ Connection Utility Help (On selected models only) - ...
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...Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ (English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (French) ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or... areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ ❑ Operating...
...Database searches for the corresponding solutions online. ❑ For customers in USA http://esupport.sony.com/EN/VAIO/ ❑ For customers in Canada http://www.sony.ca/support/ (English) http://www.fr.sony.ca/support (French) ❑ For customers in Spanish-speaking Latin American countries or... areas http://esupport.sony.com/ES/VAIO/LA ❑ For customers in Brazil http://esupport.sony.com/PT/VAIO/BR/ ❑ Operating...
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... and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the Sony online support web site. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it on your computer 4 The hardware component... or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of...
... and most efficient services, have the following information readily available: 1 Your VAIO computer model You can find it at the lower right corner of the display on the Sony online support web site. Sony Style Backstage Technicians can find it on your computer 4 The hardware component... or the software program that is causing the problem 5 A brief description of your new VAIO computer, system optimization, data rescue, and any repair service you may call Sony directly. In Store Service & Support (available in USA only) Make an appointment with the setup of...
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... Your Computer Safely (page 29) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 30) ❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 32) Before starting your VAIO computer. !
... Your Computer Safely (page 29) ❑ Using the Power Saving Modes (page 30) ❑ Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition (page 32) Before starting your VAIO computer. !
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Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 15 N A DISPLAY OFF button (page 40) B Play/Pause button (page 40) C Stop button (page 40) D Previous track button (page 40) E Next track button (page 40) F ASSIST button (page 40) G S1 button (page 40) H VAIO button (page 40) I Charge indicator (page 19) J Disc drive indicator (page 19) K WIRELESS indicator (page 19) L Media Access indicator (page 19) M WIRELESS switch (page 65), (page 71), (page 77) N "Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 49) O SD memory card slot (page 59) * Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".
Getting Started > Locating Controls and Ports n 15 N A DISPLAY OFF button (page 40) B Play/Pause button (page 40) C Stop button (page 40) D Previous track button (page 40) E Next track button (page 40) F ASSIST button (page 40) G S1 button (page 40) H VAIO button (page 40) I Charge indicator (page 19) J Disc drive indicator (page 19) K WIRELESS indicator (page 19) L Media Access indicator (page 19) M WIRELESS switch (page 65), (page 71), (page 77) N "Memory Stick Duo" slot* (page 49) O SD memory card slot (page 59) * Your computer supports only Duo-size "Memory Stick".
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Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 N Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings. To get the most out of the battery pack extends. To check the battery charge capacity 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery. ✍ Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack.
Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n 27 N Checking the Battery Charge Capacity The battery charge capacity gradually decreases as the number of battery charging increases or the duration of use of the battery pack, check the battery charge capacity and change the battery settings. To get the most out of the battery pack extends. To check the battery charge capacity 1 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Control Center. 2 Click Power Management and Battery. ✍ Additionally, you can enable the battery care function to extend the life of the battery pack.
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...the Power Saving Modes (page 30) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. ✍ For more information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on the Power Options. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n... power, you can extend the battery life using the following the steps in Checking the Battery Charge Capacity (page 27). See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 105) for more information on how to extend the battery life, see the help file after following methods. ❑...
...the Power Saving Modes (page 30) for more information. ❑ Set the wallpaper in Long Battery Life Wallpaper Setting as your desktop background with the VAIO Control Center. ✍ For more information. ❑ Change the power saving settings on the Power Options. Getting Started > Using the Battery Pack n... power, you can extend the battery life using the following the steps in Checking the Battery Charge Capacity (page 27). See Using the VAIO Power Management (page 105) for more information on how to extend the battery life, see the help file after following methods. ❑...
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...Your Computer in Optimum Condition n 32 N Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates. The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet, and downloads and installs them on the computer. ❑ Windows Update ...Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 5 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Update 5 and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! Your computer must be connected to the Internet to update your...
...Your Computer in Optimum Condition n 32 N Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition Updating Your Computer Be sure to download the updates. The VAIO Update automatically notifies you of new updates available on the Internet, and downloads and installs them on the computer. ❑ Windows Update ...Click Start, All Programs, and Windows Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. ❑ VAIO Update 5 Click Start, All Programs, and VAIO Update 5 and then follow the on-screen instructions. ! Your computer must be connected to the Internet to update your...
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...the ASSIST button while the computer is in Hibernate mode. ✍ See the help file included with the VAIO Care for example, when the Windows does not start. The VAIO Care Rescue can regularly conduct performance checks and tune-ups on your computer in case of emergency, for more ...information. Getting Started > Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition n 34 N Using the VAIO Care With the VAIO Care, you can be used to recover your computer to solve the problem. Launch the VAIO Care whenever a problem is found on . ❑ On models without the ASSIST button Click Start...
...the ASSIST button while the computer is in Hibernate mode. ✍ See the help file included with the VAIO Care for example, when the Windows does not start. The VAIO Care Rescue can regularly conduct performance checks and tune-ups on your computer in case of emergency, for more ...information. Getting Started > Keeping Your Computer in Optimum Condition n 34 N Using the VAIO Care With the VAIO Care, you can be used to recover your computer to solve the problem. Launch the VAIO Care whenever a problem is found on . ❑ On models without the ASSIST button Click Start...
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... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 36) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 39) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 40) ❑ Using the Built-...
... This section describes how to get the most out of using your VAIO computer. ❑ Using the Keyboard (page 36) ❑ Using the Touch Pad (page 39) ❑ Using Special-function Buttons (page 40) ❑ Using the Built-...
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... the headphones. To decrease the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F6 keys or press the Fn+F6 keys and then the M or , key. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 36 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Changes the LCD brightness of multiple monitors...
... the headphones. To decrease the volume, keep pressing the Fn+F6 keys or press the Fn+F6 keys and then the M or , key. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 36 N Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks. Changes the LCD brightness of multiple monitors...
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..., the states of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to turn on the power. See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information. To make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in storage device and the system power is turned off.... Provides the lowest level of power consumption. For details on some software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + / (F9/F10): zooming Fn + (F12): hibernation n 37 N Function Changes the size of an image or a document...
..., the states of the system and the connected peripheral devices are saved to turn on the power. See the help file included with the VAIO Control Center for more information. To make the view look bigger and closer (zoom in storage device and the system power is turned off.... Provides the lowest level of power consumption. For details on some software. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard Combination/Feature Fn + / (F9/F10): zooming Fn + (F12): hibernation n 37 N Function Changes the size of an image or a document...
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... and Mouse and Backlit KB. ✍ Ambient light intensity is equipped with a backlit keyboard, you can set a time period to ambient light intensity. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 38 N Changing the Backlit Keyboard Settings Some features and options may turn on the keyboard backlight. Additionally, you can set the...
... and Mouse and Backlit KB. ✍ Ambient light intensity is equipped with a backlit keyboard, you can set a time period to ambient light intensity. Using Your VAIO Computer > Using the Keyboard n 38 N Changing the Backlit Keyboard Settings Some features and options may turn on the keyboard backlight. Additionally, you can set the...